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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest developments in elearning technology are empowering learners all around the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to better perceive these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this crescive need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also describes the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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